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Tristan Stubbs, fueled by his lifelong admiration for KL Rahul, played a match-winning role in Delhi Capitals' Super Over victory. His father, Christopher Stubbs, witnessed his son's heroics and met Rahul, praising his gentlemanly demeanor. Christopher believes Delhi Capitals have a balanced team capable of winning their first IPL title, anticipating more impactful partnerships between Stubbs and Rahul.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for JEE Main 2025 Session 2, following the exam held from April 2 to 9. Candidates can now access it on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. This comes after the provisional key and objection window. Results are expected soon, with over 10 lakh candidates having appeared.

Russia's Supreme Court has removed the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations, a designation in place since 2003. This decision follows increasing diplomatic engagement between Moscow and the Taliban, particularly after the group's 2021 takeover of Afghanistan. While formal recognition is pending, this move signifies a notable shift in Russia's foreign policy, aligning it with other regional powers.

Amid escalating trade tensions, President Trump claimed China desires a meeting, though Beijing hasn't confirmed. Trump cited productive talks with Mexico and Japan. China signals willingness to negotiate if the US shows respect, stabilizes trade policy, addresses sanctions and Taiwan concerns, and appoints a supported negotiator. China insists on equality and mutual benefit for resolving the dispute.

The Calcutta High Court has reserved its decision regarding the continued deployment of central forces in West Bengal's Murshidabad, following recent violent clashes. A suggestion has been made to form a panel to assess the situation and aid rehabilitation. The court is also considering a plea to transfer the investigation of bomb blasts during communal violence to the NIA, while the state government claims the situation is under control.

Bengaluru breeder S Satish's claim of acquiring a Rs 50-crore "wolfdog" has been exposed as a hoax by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Investigations revealed that Satish did not possess the exotic canine, Cadaboms Okami, nor did he have any documentation to support the alleged purchase.

Following Tahawwur Hussain Rana's extradition, India's Ministry of External Affairs urged Pakistan to take action against those responsible for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, a key accused, is now in NIA custody for interrogation regarding the broader conspiracy, which targeted multiple Indian cities.

The Madras high court has cautioned the Tamil Nadu Police to file an FIR against DMK minister K Ponmudy for his disrespectful remarks about women, or face contempt charges. This warning follows demands from BJP leaders for action against Ponmudy. While Ponmudy has apologized and been removed from his party post, he remains a minister.

In a recent interview, Kane Williamson, a modern "Fab Four" member, identified his "upcoming Fab Five" for cricketing greatness. He listed Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rachin Ravindra, Harry Brook, and Cameron Green as players with the potential to become future legends. These young stars have already begun making significant impacts with their unique skills and performances in Test cricket.

The Bombay High Court has issued summons to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding a petition challenging his 2024 victory in the Nagpur South West assembly seat. Congress' Prafulla Vinodrao Gudadhe filed the petition, alleging procedural lapses and corrupt practices during the election. The court has set a returnable date for the summons on May 8.

NASA has revealed a 328-foot-wide hole on Mars, potentially a gateway to subterranean caves that could harbor alien life. These pits, formed by meteor impacts, might offer protection from harsh surface conditions and preserve essential ingredients for life. This discovery fuels exploration plans, with future missions aiming to explore these subsurface environments for potential habitats and signs of Martian life.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit his first home run of the 2025 MLB season during a game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Atlanta Braves. His reaction to the home run, which included an expletive, caught the attention of Braves announcer Brandon Gaudin. This occurred after Guerrero Jr. signed a $500 million extension deal with the Blue Jays.

Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' continues its box office run, earning an estimated ₹1.52 Cr on Day 8, bringing its total close to ₹60 crore. The action drama, directed by Gopichand Malineni, features Deol in his signature action avatar, battling Randeep Hooda's character.

Following recent violence in Murshidabad, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced she would visit the area and requested Governor CV Ananda Bose to postpone his trip. The state government will build houses for victims, while an SIT investigates the unrest. The Governor plans to assess the situation and address future prevention, with over 250 arrests made and security forces deployed.

After a thrilling IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Mitchell Starc shared a friendly moment. This contrasted their earlier sledging incident during a Test series. Jaiswal asked Starc about his Delhi experience. Both players previously played for Kolkata Knight Riders. Their sportsmanship is being praised by fans. The moment highlights respect in cricket.

BJP leader Sambit Patra has intensified the attack on Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, labeling the National Herald case a "robbery" rather than money laundering. He accused them of being "modern dacoits" involved in a blatant robbery. This statement follows the Enforcement Directorate's chargesheet against them and others in connection with the case, scheduled for court arguments on April 25.

India strongly refuted Pakistan's "two-nation" theory, asserting that Pakistan's sole connection to India is the liberation of illegally occupied territories. This response followed Pakistan's army chief's endorsement of the theory, emphasizing fundamental differences between Hindus and Muslims. Assam's Chief Minister reacted by stressing the need to strengthen India's nationhood, dharma, and civilizational values.